Kitchen Team Member: Prep, Safety & Quality

District Taco; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

District Taco in Washington, DC is seeking Team Members for Front of House and Back of House roles. You’ll support fellow team members, follow safe food handling practices, and help ensure quality by checking ingredients and following recipes.

The role emphasizes customer service, cleanliness, and the ability to work efficiently in hot or cold kitchen environments. Ideal candidates read, write, and speak English, maintain high hygiene standards, and stay motivated to deliver great guest

Qualifications

• Proficient in reading, writing, speaking and understanding English.
• Strong interpersonal/people skills.
• High level of motivation and sense of self-responsibility.
• Ability to apply and maintain standards of cleanliness, sanitation, and personal hygiene.
• Ability to demonstrate outstanding customer service skills on an ongoing basis.
• Be physically active for long periods without getting tired or out of breath.

Responsibilities

• Providing support to your fellow Team Members.
• Following District Taco’s safe food handling practices at during all stages.
• Following recipes and inspecting ingredients before use to ensure quality.
• Quality Control: alerting management of food that does not meet safety and quality standards.
• Preparing and pre-portioning various food items as needed.
• Using kitchen equipment safely.
• Understanding dietary restrictions and the procedures to follow to avoid cross-contamination.
• Following portioning guidelines when preparing orders.
• Organizing storage areas and unpacking shipments to maintain proper rotation.
• The washing of equipment and small-wares items.

Skills

English proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Motivation & responsibility

Cleanliness & hygiene

Customer service

Physical stamina

Job description

District Taco in Washington, DC is seeking Team Members for Front of House and Back of House roles. You’ll support fellow team members, follow safe food handling practices, and help ensure quality by checking ingredients and following recipes.

The role emphasizes customer service, cleanliness, and the ability to work efficiently in hot or cold kitchen environments. Ideal candidates read, write, and speak English, maintain high hygiene standards, and stay motivated to deliver great guest